Do some editions of the Toyota RAV4 offer a 'conventional' automatic gearbox?

I read recently that some editions of the more modern Toyota RAV4 offer a 'conventional' automatic gearbox as an alternative to the CVT box. Is this correct?

What is an upmarket replacement for my Honda CR-V?

I've owned a Honda CR-V 2.2 EX for 4 years now and it's been great. I'd like to replace it with something the same size, certainly no smaller, but with a better quality, more upmarket interior. I like...

What automatic petrol SUV should I get to replace my Toyota RAV4?

I want to replace my Toyota RAV4 with another SUV. It must be automatic and I prefer petrol as I only do about 8000 miles a year. What would you recommend to take golf clubs, trolley and occasionally four...

Buying a family car for low mileage driving - Kia Niro or Toyota Prius?

I drive about 8000 to 11,000 miles per year and want a reliable and high MPG car, priced around £25k. Majority of the travel is less than three miles, occasionally about 17 miles and two or three times...

SUV needed for five mile commute

I'm changing my Volvo XC60 (not very impressed with it, lots of niggles) and am looking at getting a 1-2yr old SUV with a budget of £20k. My partner has a new Nissan Juke diesel, but does a lot of miles...

Need a 4x4 with low running costs -which?

I have just sold my old Land Cruiser as it was proving too expensive to run. We have three kids and seven dogs and need something that will cope with motorway driving on a daily basis. We will need to...

Best all-weather tyre for Toyota RAV4?

My wife's 2015 Toyota RAV4 needs new tyres and ideally I'd like to buy some modern all-season tyres. Neither Michelin Cross Climates or Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons seem to be available in 235 / 55 / 18....

Honda CR-V vs Toyota RAV4 - which is best?

I am considering buying a Honda CR-V manual petrol 4WD or a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 4WD. I do not do enough mileage for a diesel (around 12,000 miles per year) and want to buy a car that will keep me for 10...

Are tyre pressure monitors obligatory?

I purchased a Toyota RAV4 hybrid earlier this month (after a nine month wait) and whilst the advertising booklet (dated December 2015) has every model fitted with tyre pressure monitoring as standard,...

Which petrol SUVs are best for towing?

I currently drive a 2013 2.0 petrol manual AWD Honda CR-V. My short commute dictates a petrol engine. It's both thirsty (35mpg) and underpowered when towing our camping trailer with a boot full of kit...